Pillow customization system and method

ABSTRACT

A method of pillow customization includes analyzing shapes associated with people through the use of sensors to create analytical data; receiving photos from a subject user through a first computing device and a server; determining a firmness of a mattress of the subject user based on the photos; determining body measurements of the subject based on the photos through one or more algorithms and a second computing device; providing the subject user with a pillow diagram, the pillow diagram having one or more zones, each of the one or more zones being customizable in firmness; receiving one or more subject user inputted selections through the first computing device; and designing a pillow based on the firmness of the mattress, the body measurements, and the one or more subject user inputted characteristics, the pillow being customized to the subject user.

BACKGROUND 1. Field of the Invention

The present invention relates generally to pillows, and morespecifically, to a pillow customization system and method for providinga user with a completely custom pillow that suits their needs, mattressfirmness, and body. The system and method of the present inventionprovides for a customized pillow that will reduce sleeplessness due tocrooked necks, unsupported neck discomfort, shoulder and back strain,and overall general user discomfort. The system can further aid inreducing snoring, apnea, and insomnia.

2. Description of Related Art

Pillows are well known in the art and are effective means to providecomfort to a user during rest and sleep. For example, FIG. 1 depicts aconventional pillow 101 having a body 103 on which the user rests theirhead during use. Pillow 101 has many shortcomings, including generaluser dissatisfaction.

It should be appreciated that many people suffer from trouble sleepingor staying asleep, one cause of which is an ill-fitting pillow. Thereare a variety of buying options when it comes to pillows including size,shape, firmness, covering, fillers, and the like. However, these optionshave conventionally been combined into a few selections for users.Therefore, the user is forced to make an arbitrary selection, likelyleading to future discomfort.

In addition, conventional pillow selections are not appropriate for allsleeping positions. People may primarily sleep either on their back,their stomach, or their sides. However, many rotate sleeping positionsthroughout the night. A perfectly sized pillow will keep a side-sleepingperson's head aligned with their spine and will keep a back-sleepingperson's head aligned with their spine as well. Since there is generallynot a pillow that can accommodate both positions, the person will find acrook in their neck when they wake up or even have difficulty sleepingbecause of the discomfort.

In addition, pillows ideally need to be matched with a person's bed—thesame pillows that suit a person on their bed would not suit that sameperson if they bought a new bed (with a new firmness) or slept in adifferent bed. A person buying a pillow online or in a store, even ifthey test the pillow in the store, cannot know if that pillow will suitthem at home and keep their spine in alignment.

Accordingly, although great strides have been made in the area ofpillows, many shortcomings remain, and a custom solution is needed.

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The novel features believed characteristic of the embodiments of thepresent application are set forth in the appended claims. However, theembodiments themselves, as well as a preferred mode of use, and furtherobjectives and advantages thereof, will best be understood by referenceto the following detailed description when read in conjunction with theaccompanying drawings, wherein:

FIG. 1 is an isometric view of a common pillow;

FIG. 2 is a simplified schematic of a pillow customization system inaccordance with a preferred embodiment of the present application;

FIG. 3 is a simplified diagram of a data collection and analysis systemfor collecting data to be used in mattress firmness determination of thesystem of FIG. 2;

FIG. 4 is a graph of pressure associated with the diagram of FIG. 3;

FIGS. 5A and 5B are representative diagrams depicting spine alignmentcaused by pillows that are too firm, ideal, and too soft;

FIGS. 6A and 6B are front diagrams of measurement collection from photosachieved via the system of FIG. 2;

FIG. 7 is a side diagram of measurement collection from photos achievedvia the system of FIG. 2;

FIG. 8 is a side diagram of measurement collection from lying downphotos achieved via the system of FIG. 2;

FIG. 9 is a front diagram of measurement collection from lying downphotos achieved via the system of FIG. 2;

FIG. 10 is a simplified schematic of the features of a platform of FIG.2;

FIG. 11 is a plurality of diagrams of pillow shapes and zonescontemplated for use with the system of FIG. 2;

FIGS. 12A and 12B are back diagram views depicting proper spinealignment achieved via pillow customization;

FIGS. 13A and 13B are side diagram views depicting proper spinealignment achieved via pillow customization;

FIG. 14 is a flowchart of a method of use of the system of FIG. 2;

FIG. 15 is a top view of an alternative embodiment of a pillow inaccordance with the present application;

FIG. 16. is a side view of the pillow of FIG. 15;

FIG. 17 is a top view of an alternative embodiment of a pillow inaccordance with the present application;

FIGS. 18A and 18B are end cross sectional views of the pillow of FIG.17;

FIG. 19 is an isometric view of an embodiment of a pillow as created bythe method of the present invention;

FIG. 20 is a front isometric view of the embodiment of the pillow ofFIG. 19;

FIG. 21 is a back isometric view of the embodiment of a pillow of FIG.29;

FIG. 22 is a front view of a huggable pillow as created by the method ofthe present invention;

FIG. 23 is an isometric view of the huggable pillow of FIG. 22 with acutout for clarity;

FIG. 24 is a front view of a side sleeping position in accordance withthe present invention;

FIG. 25 is a front view of the side sleeping position in accordance withthe present invention;

FIG. 26 is a front view of a knee to ankle support pillow as created bythe method of the present invention;

FIG. 27 is a front view of a hand support pillow as created by themethod of the present invention; and

FIG. 28 is a front view showing use of the hand support pillow of FIG.27.

While the system and method of use of the present application issusceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specificembodiments thereof have been shown by way of example in the drawingsand are herein described in detail. It should be understood, however,that the description herein of specific embodiments is not intended tolimit the invention to the particular embodiment disclosed, but on thecontrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, andalternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the presentapplication as defined by the appended claims.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

Illustrative embodiments of the system and method of use of the presentapplication are provided below. It will of course be appreciated that inthe development of any actual embodiment, numerousimplementation-specific decisions will be made to achieve thedeveloper's specific goals, such as compliance with system-related andbusiness-related constraints, which will vary from one implementation toanother. Moreover, it will be appreciated that such a development effortmight be complex and time-consuming, but would nevertheless be a routineundertaking for those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit ofthis disclosure.

The system and method of use in accordance with the present applicationovercomes one or more of the above-discussed problems commonlyassociated with conventional pillows. Specifically, the presentinvention provides for complete pillow customization based on userphotographs and user inputted selections and data. These and otherunique features of the system and method of use are discussed below andillustrated in the accompanying drawings.

The system and method of use will be understood, both as to itsstructure and operation, from the accompanying drawings, taken inconjunction with the accompanying description. Several embodiments ofthe system are presented herein. It should be understood that variouscomponents, parts, and features of the different embodiments may becombined together and/or interchanged with one another, all of which arewithin the scope of the present application, even though not allvariations and particular embodiments are shown in the drawings. Itshould also be understood that the mixing and matching of features,elements, and/or functions between various embodiments is expresslycontemplated herein so that one of ordinary skill in the art wouldappreciate from this disclosure that the features, elements, and/orfunctions of one embodiment may be incorporated into another embodimentas appropriate, unless described otherwise.

The preferred embodiment herein described is not intended to beexhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form disclosed. Itis chosen and described to explain the principles of the invention andits application and practical use to enable others skilled in the art tofollow its teachings.

Referring now to the drawings wherein like reference characters identifycorresponding or similar elements throughout the several views, FIG. 2depicts a schematic of a pillow customization system 201 in accordancewith a preferred embodiment of the present application. It will beappreciated that system 201 overcomes one or more of the above-listedproblems commonly associated with conventional pillows.

In the contemplated embodiment, system 201 includes a subject user 203for which a customized pillow is to be designed. The system isconfigured to collect data from the user, process the data, andcustomize the pillow.

Prior to receiving data from a user, the system is configured to conductan analysis on the major different kinds of human body shapes, therebycreating analytical data 205, which is used during the data analysis. Asshown in FIG. 3, this process is completed through the use of a platform301 (such as a mattress or the like), wherein a plurality of cells 303make up the platform, each cell 303 including a sensor 305 configured tocommunicate with a computing device 207. The plurality of sensors can beany sensor configured to detect a weight of a person lying thereon,including a load cell such as a FlexiForce A502 Sensor.

During use, the plurality of cells 303 collect load data, therebyresulting in a graph 401 as shown in FIG. 4, demonstrating the relativepercentage of weight distributed over the height of the person lyingthereon by showing the approximate load per section of the body 403. Theside sleeper has a lot more weight per square inch than the back sleeperso the force is greater causing the boding to sink more around theshoulders and torso than the back sleeper. This data is used during theanalysis, to determine a firmness of the subject user's mattress, whichis critical in proper pillow development. As will be discussed herein,using the measurements of a subject user when they are standing (frontalview) and (side view), then comparing it to the photos of them laying ontheir side and back from the side view, the system is configured todetermine the softness of the mattress accurately which will help tocalculate the needed factors to properly design a pillow that willcustom work for their body shape, body weight and the firmness of theirmattress.

Referring back to FIG. 2, the subject user 203 uses a computing device209 with a platform 211 to upload photos and user selections 213 to aserver 215 configured to process data 216 through a database 217 andcomputing device 207.

Once the photos are taken by the subject user on the computing device,the photos are uploaded to be processed with computing device 207 andassociated software and algorithms. The photos are assign a customernumber and will be scheduled for manual or automatic digitization tocapture the required measurements and adjust them based upon thestandard card the user is holding in the photos. After the photos withthem laying on their mattress are analyzed the corrected measurementsfor the pillow will be created. The program will adjust each measurementbased upon the size of the credit card, based on the firmness of themattress, based upon the weight of the individual plus their body typeand based upon the compressibility of the selected filler material.

Once the digitization of the measurements are automated, the system isconfigured to automatically blur out the faces before storing the photosto keep each person's privacy intact. Further, any names/numbersassociated with credit cards will further be blurred.

The subject user 203 receives directions on how to take photos throughthe platform. The computer/server/database are configured to process thephotos to determine a mattress firmness and subject user measurements221. Based on the determined mattress firmness, subject usermeasurements, and user inputted data, the pillow design 219 is developedand further proceeded to manufacture 223.

To simplify capturing the measurements of a person and the firmness oftheir bed, having a subject user take several photos of themselves intheir home environment solves the problem. A big challenge to overcomewhen analyzing a photo is the size and dimensions of various objects.One solution is to have people hold a ruler or a tape measure in eachphoto, however, this may not be convenient for all users. Accordingly, acommon object nearly everyone has is a credit card. They are a standardsize worldwide of 2⅛ by 3⅛. By having the person hold one during eachphoto, the relative distances of each measurement can be made. Thelength and width can be measured and use that to determine the rest ofthe measurements on each photo. Each customer will be given the choiceof several common standard objects such as coins, dollar bills, creditcards, or smart phones to be used as a measurement standard.

The subject user will be provided with sample photos, instructionalvideos and written instructions as to how to create each required photo.The user will further be shown what the finished photo should look likeand provided with a quick checklist to make sure they take the requiredphotos and have followed the instructions for each photo, such asholding the credit card by the corner.

It should be appreciated that one of the unique features believedcharacteristic of the present application is the use of user providedphotos, along with user inputted selections, to develop a fullycustomizable pillow.

In FIGS. 5A and 5B, diagrams 501, 503 are shown depicting visualrepresentation of spine alignment caused by having a pillow that is toofirm 505, 507, too soft 509, 511, and ideal 513, 515. It should beappreciated that the proper pillow firmness based on the usermeasurements, and the user mattress firmness, provides the user with apillow that aligns the user spine properly, thereby preventingdiscomfort.

One of the unique features believed characteristic of the presentinvention is the ability to calculate the firmness of the subject user'smattress. This is important because a person testing out a pillow on amattress who then buys a pillow could have a completely different resultwhen they use their pillow at home, since their mattress may besignificantly different from the one they tried at the store. Forexample, if the user's mattress is firmer than the mattress in thestore, the pillow will be too thick, if the user's mattress is softerthan the mattress at the store, the pillow will be too low since thepillow sinks into the mattress more. Accordingly, the firmness of auser's mattress is determined by measuring from the photos they submitof how much their bed compresses due to their body weight, this firmnessfactor is used to adjust and customize the measurements of their pillow,so it keeps their head in alignment with their spine. Furthermore, whena pillow is purchased online, the purchaser has no idea whether thepillow will adequately support their neck in either the back or sidesleeper position, or whether the pillow will be adequately sized basedon the firmness of their bed.

In FIGS. 6A and 6B, diagrams of subject user front facing photos 601,603 are shown with the user's legs apart and together respectively. Thesystem is configured to determine one or more measurements, including adistance (A) from outside of the subject user's left shoulder to a firstedge of the subject user's head; a distance (D) from outside of thesubject user's right shoulder to a second edge of the subject user'shead; a distance (B) from outside of a left part of the subject user'shead to a left side of the subject user's neck; a distance (C) fromoutside of a right part of the subject user's head to a right side ofthe subject user's neck; a distance from a top of the user's head to thebottom of their chin (E); a width (G) of the subject user's shoulders; awidth (H) of the subject user's waist; a width (J) of the subject user'ships; a height 517 from the user's chin to a top of their head; and awidth (F) from a first side to a second side of the user's head.

Additional measurements taken can include: a distance between the user'sthighs (N); a distance between the user's knees (P); and a distancebetween the user's ankles (Q) when the user is standing with their legsapart. These measurements are further compared with a distance betweenthe user's thighs (N2); a distance between the user's knees (P2); and adistance between the user's ankles (Q2) when the user is standing withtheir legs together.

The plurality of measurements is compared within the computing deviceand software to determine needed angles associated with the user's body,these angles shown as (K), (r1), (s1), (r2), and (s2) in the diagrams.This provides needed data for the system to calculate the needed pillowdetails.

In FIG. 7, a diagram 701 of a subject user from a side perspective isshown. The system is configured to determine one or more measurements,including a distance (T) from a back of the subject user's neck to aback of the subject user's head; and a distance (U) from a back of thesubject user's head to a back of the subject user's back; a length (V)from a front to back of the user's head; a distance from a back of thesubject user's neck to the user's back (W); a chest depth from a frontof the user's chest to the user's back (X); a depth of the user's waist(Y); and a depth of the user's hips (Z).

Additional measurements can include: a distance from the user's ear totheir shoulder (AA); a distance from the user's jaw to the base of theirneck (BB); and a distance from a front to back of the user's neck (CC).Again, it should be appreciated that the measurements are used tocalculate angles (a); (b) to determine the subject user's shape, andtherefore calculate the best pillow features.

In FIGS. 8 and 9, diagrams 801, 901 depicts lying down diagrams of thesubject user photos, wherein even more measurements are calculated.These measurements to include: a distance from a front of the user'shead to the back of the user's head (DD); a distance from the front ofthe user's chest to their back (EE); a distance from a front to back ofthe user's hips (FF); a distance from a side to side of the user's head(GG); a distance from a top of the user's upward shoulder to the bed(HH); a distance from a top of the user's hips to the bed (II); adistance from a top of the user's waist to the bed (JJ); and a distancefrom the top of the user's knees to the bed (KK). It should beappreciated that additional calculations, including a pillow thicknessfrom the side when the user is lying on their back (LL) and also whenthe user is lying on their side (MM), can be taken.

Again, these measurements and photos are used to calculate angles (a),(b), (p), (q) associated with the user's body.

By measuring the size of the neck and the location of the neck relativeto their back when laying on their back and to their shoulder whensleeping on their side, the correct neck support can be provided so thehead and neck are in alignment with the spine. This helps sleepers go tosleep faster, suffer less discomfort and feel more rested without theclassic crook in their neck. These measurements determine the size ofthe neck support and account for the compressibility of the pillow, thecompressibility of the mattress, the weight of the individual and thedistribution of their weight on their neck and their head.

In FIG. 10, a simplified schematic depicts the user platform 211configured to receive the photos and user inputted selections based oninstructions and pillow diagrams 1002. The platform 1011 is configuredto take and transfer photos 1001. The photos are to include bothstanding positions 1003 of the subject user, as well as lying downpositions 1005 of the subject user. The lying down photos show the useron their mattress, thereby providing data to determine mattressfirmness, as described above. From the photos, the server is configuredto analyze, using one or more algorithms, to determine subject usermeasurements 1007.

The instructions provided to the user can include instructing the userto hold a device, such as a credit card in order to provide a referencesize, instructions on what to wear, what colors to wear, what picturesto take, long hair directions, and facial hair directions. The platformcan further provide instructions for the lying down photo capturing,including providing direction on camera angle, camera distance, sheetcolor, and wall colors.

Platform 211 is further configured to receive subject user selections1009, the selections including one or more 1011 of: (1) subject userweight; (2) firmness selection associated with one or more zones of apillow diagram; (3) desired filler material selection, such ashypoallergenic or breathable; (4) desired pillow size and shapeselection; (5) temperature selection, wherein the user selects from oneof cooling, warming, and neutral; (6) sleep partner selection, such aswhether the subject user sleeps with a partner and/or a pet; and (7)desired pillow function selection, such as whether the pillow is to beused as a head pillow, back pillow, front pillow, between the legspillow, or travel pillow. It is contemplated that any number of otherselections could be provided, such as the option for a cover and thematerial of the cover, the options including color, pattern type ofmaterial, sweat retardant solutions, quality of material, thread count,bamboo, or any other material.

It is contemplated that possible materials for use, can include foam,memory foam, cubes of foam, polyester fibers, goose down, cotton, latex,hypoallergenic, features, buckwheat husks, or any other material.

In FIG. 11, a plurality of pillow diagrams 1101, 1103, 1105, 1107 areshown, wherein each diagram has a specified shape and includes aplurality of zones. Through the platform, the user can make selectionsof what zones they want firm or soft, as well as select a desired shape.It is contemplated that any number of shapes and/or zones could be usedherein. It is contemplated that each zone can have its own access viazipper, snaps, hook and loop fasteners, or other connection solution.This will allow someone to adjust the pillow to their own liking if thepillow changes shape or the filling loses some of its shape over time.

In FIGS. 12A and 12B, back views depict diagrams 1201, 1203 that showproper alignment of the user's spine as achieved when the user isprovided with two customized pillows (a head and leg pillow) to correctspine alignment.

In FIGS. 13A and 13B, side views depict diagrams 1301, 1303 that showproper alignment of the user's spine as achieved when the user isprovided with a customized pillow.

In FIG. 14, a flowchart 1401 depicts a method associated with system201. During use, the system analyzes the plurality of shapes of peopleto create data for use, as shown with box 1403. When a person desires tocreate a customized pillow, the subject user uses the platform toprovide photos, as shown with box 1405. The system then processes data,with one or more algorithms, to determine a mattress firmness, and bodymeasurements, as shown with boxes 1407, 1409. The user is then providedwith one or more pillow diagrams, wherein the user can provide userinputted selections, as shown with boxes 1411, 1413. Based on all datareceived, a customized pillow is designed, manufactured, and provided tothe subject user, as shown with box 1415.

In FIGS. 15 and 16, top and side views of a pillow 1501 as developed viathe system of the present invention is shown. In this embodiment, thepillow 1501 has four sections, wherein the sections provide foralternative sleeping positions for the user. In this embodiment, section1503 is to be used for a side sleeper neck rest, section 1505 is to beused for a side sleeper head rest, section 1507 is to be used for a backsleeper head rest, and section 1509 is to be used for a back sleeperneck rest. It should be appreciated that during use, the user merelyrotates the pillow 180 degrees to switch between back and side sleeping.As shown in FIG. 16, the pillow has different fill levels based on thesleeping position intended for use. The sections are integrally securedtogether, and the pillow can be configured to open on one or more sidesto allow for filling of the sections.

In FIGS. 17 and 18, another alternative pillow 1701 is shown having aplurality of sections, wherein the sections provide for alternativesleeping positions by the user. FIG. 18A is an end view of pillow 1701showing cross section 1711. FIG. 18B is an opposite end view of pillow1701 showing cross section 1713. In this embodiment, section 1703 is tobe used for a side sleeper head rest, section 1705 is to be used as aside sleeper neck rest, section 1707 is to be used as a back sleeperhead rest, and section 1709 is to be used as a back sleeper neck rest.This configuration allows for the user to merely move to the side anduse a different half of the pillow based on their desired sleepingposition.

The system of the present invention provides for pillow customization,which provides for a plurality of benefits. The pillow can further becustomized, wherein the pillow is appropriate for sleeping in multiplepositions, wherein the user can orient the pillow at different angles tofit their particular need.

In FIGS. 19-21, a pillow 1901 as created by the present invention isshown. In this embodiment, pillow 1901 is particularly suitable for sidesleepers. As shown, pillow 1901 includes a foam interior core 1903 thatis tapered from a first side 1905 to a second side 1907. In someembodiments, the foam core is surrounded by a cover 1909, the coverhaving an exterior satin layer 1911; an interior Egyptian cotton layer1913; and a middle polyester layer 1915 positioned between the exteriorsatin layer and interior Egyptian cotton layer.

As best shown in FIGS. 20 and 21, the foam core 1903 can be removablyinserted within a center portion 2001 of the pillow body. It iscontemplated that the opening into the center portion 2001 can besecured via a zipper 2003 or other suitable means. In addition, theopening can provide access to a plurality of pockets, such as beingconfigured to receive the foam core and polyester fiber. Further, asshown, there can be additional openings 2005, 2007, 2009 for the user toremove and add fiber as desired.

It should be appreciated that the pillow 1901 provides for benefits overthe prior art. Namely, the foam core aids in keeping the user cool whilesleeping, which provides for an improved sleeping experience. The foamcore further provides for proper firmness and a flatter profile for sidesleepers, thereby properly supporting the user's head and reducingdownward and lateral deformation of the pillow as someone sleepsthereon. The ability to remove the foam insert, and other fibermaterials, allows for the cover to be washable. Yet further, thetapering of the foam insert allows for the user's head to compress thethickest portion of the foam insert such that their head will bepositioned in a substantially flat position.

In FIGS. 22-28, views of pillows associated with a set of pillows ascreated using the system of the present invention are shown. It iscontemplated that the system can be used to create a set of pillows thatis particularly suitable for a side sleeper. This set of pillows willinclude a head pillow 2401, a huggable pillow 2201; a knee to ankle legsupport pillow 2501; and a hand support pillow 2701. In this embodiment,the head pillow 2401 is created as already discussed above.

In FIGS. 22-24, the huggable pillow 2201 is shown. This pillow 2201including a body 2203 that includes a top edge 2205, the top edge 2205having a concave cutout 2207 extending into the body of the pillow. Thisconcave cutout 2207 provides for a location for the user to place theirarm in a side sleeping position, as shown in FIG. 24. In addition, thehuggable pillow 2201 can include an opening 2209, wherein the interiorfiller is removable from a cover 2211, the cover having a satin 2213,polyester 2215, and Egyptian cotton 2217 layers. As further shown, insome embodiments, the body further includes one or more tapered sides2219 extending from the top edge to a bottom edge 2221, thereby beingconfigured to prevent slipping and movement of the pillow during use. Itshould further be appreciated and understood that the huggable pillow iscustomizable in width, height, length, depth of cutout, and fillermaterial as previously described.

In FIGS. 25 and 26, an embodiment of the knee to ankle leg pillow 2501for use in a side sleeping position is shown. As shown, the pillowincludes the cover 2603 with the layers discussed above, namely a satin2605, polyester 2607, and Egyptian cotton layer 2609. It should beappreciated that the pillow 2501 is customizable in length, thickness,filler, shape, taper, firmness, and other factors based on the user'sunique measurements as described above.

In FIGS. 27 and 28, a hand support pillow 2701 is shown. The handsupport pillow being customizable in height, width, firmness, filler,morphology, and other parameters as discussed above, thereby beingproperly suited for a user. It should be appreciated that the handsupport pillow supports the user's lower arm, thereby preventingdiscomfort generally caused to this arm during side sleeping. As shown,the pillow 2701 can also include a cover 2703 with the layers previouslydiscussed, namely a satin 2705, polyester 2707, and Egyptian cotton 2709layer.

It should be appreciated and understood that the use of the set ofpillows will help the user achieve a high level of comfort by providingsupport to various areas of the body to align the user's body as neededfor rest and sleep. The ability to customize each pillow further aids inallowing a user to find an optimal set of pillows that works best forthem.

The particular embodiments disclosed above are illustrative only, as theembodiments may be modified and practiced in different but equivalentmanners apparent to those skilled in the art having the benefit of theteachings herein. It is therefore evident that the particularembodiments disclosed above may be altered or modified, and all suchvariations are considered within the scope and spirit of theapplication. Accordingly, the protection sought herein is as set forthin the description. Although the present embodiments are shown above,they are not limited to just these embodiments, but are amenable tovarious changes and modifications without departing from the spiritthereof.

What is claimed is:
 1. A method of pillow customization, the methodcomprising: analyzing a plurality of shapes associated with peoplethrough the use of a plurality of sensors to create a database ofanalytical data; receiving a plurality of photos from a subject userthrough a first computing device and a server; determining a firmness ofa mattress of the subject user based on the plurality of photos and theanalytical data; determining a plurality of body measurements of thesubject based on the plurality of photos through one or more algorithmsand a second computing device; providing the subject user with a pillowdiagram, the pillow diagram having one or more zones, each of the one ormore zones being customizable in firmness; receiving one or more subjectuser inputted selections through the first computing device; anddesigning a pillow based on the firmness of the mattress, the pluralityof body measurements, and the one or more subject user inputtedselections, the pillow being customized to the subject user.
 2. Themethod of claim 1, wherein the pillow further comprises: a body having acenter portion; an opening into the center portion; and a foam coreremovably secured within the center portion.
 3. The method of claim 2,wherein the pillow further comprises: a cover surrounding the body, thecover having: an exterior satin layer; an interior Egyptian cottonlayer; and a middle polyester layer positioned between the exteriorsatin layer and interior Egyptian cotton layer.
 4. The method of claim3, wherein the cover surrounds the foam core.
 5. The method of claim 2,wherein the opening is closed via a zipper.
 6. The method of claim 2,wherein the foam core is tapered from a first side to a second side. 7.A method of pillow customization, the method comprising: analyzing aplurality of shapes associated with people through the use of aplurality of sensors to create a database of analytical data; receivinga plurality of photos from a subject user through a first computingdevice and a server; determining a firmness of a mattress of the subjectuser based on the plurality of photos and the analytical data;determining a plurality of body measurements of the subject based on theplurality of photos through one or more algorithms and a secondcomputing device; providing the subject user with a pillow diagram, thepillow diagram having one or more zones, each of the one or more zonesbeing customizable in firmness; receiving one or more subject userinputted selections through the first computing device; determining thatthe user is a side sleeper; and designing a set of pillows based on thefirmness of the mattress, the plurality of body measurements, and theone or more subject user inputted selections, the set pillow beingcustomized to the subject user and being suitable for a side sleepingposition.
 8. The method of claim 7, wherein the set of pillowscomprises: a head pillow; a huggable pillow; a knee to ankle leg supportpillow; and a hand support pillow.
 9. The method of claim 8, wherein thehuggable pillow comprises: a body having a top edge with a concave cutout extending into the body from the top edge, the concave cut outconfigured to receive a user's arm when sleeping.
 10. The method ofclaim 9, wherein the huggable pillow further comprises: a cover, having:an exterior satin layer; an interior Egyptian cotton layer; and a middlepolyester layer positioned between the exterior satin layer and interiorEgyptian cotton layer.
 11. The method of claim 9, wherein the bodyfurther comprises: a side edge tapering from the top edge to a bottomedge, wherein the tapering is configured to prevent sliding.